What can I do with this basket?
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JJ on Sep 02, 2016Hi, it's a great basket! I personally would be tempted to spray it white, add a cushion to the top. Add some pretty lining and hey presto a gorgeous sewing box !Helpful Reply
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Gigi on Sep 02, 2016I would spray it for outside use and put displays for every season in it, on the front porch. I would have it full of dried corn and gourds on a bale of hay with tall corn stalks and bright leaves. Oh, a vintage thermos, plaid blanket and a lantern in there somewhere too. Then change it up for Christmas, Spring ect. Very nice basket.Helpful Reply
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Susan Benage on Sep 02, 2016Great basket! Try filling it with extra toilet paper rolls, soap, body wash, lotion, etc and placing it on the floor next to the sink or toilet in your guest bathroom (or yours). You could also place it under a coffee table or next to a sofa filled with books, magazines, deck of cards or other small games.Helpful Reply
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Betty Tuffner on Sep 02, 2016I too think it's a great basket. How about using it for a center piece. Fill with fake flowers etc. And change them with the seasons. Or, use it for a craft basket. Sewing or yarn work.Helpful Reply
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1401470 on Sep 02, 2016Oh my very sweet here check out what I did with my picnic basket that I found in a resale shop. http://www.gardenupgreen.com/2016/08/picnic-b...Helpful Reply
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Lori on Sep 02, 2016I would use it to put pretty throws in for the cool weather. Paint it if you like, or not.Helpful Reply
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At Home With The Ellingtons on Sep 02, 2016magazine holderHelpful Reply
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Denise on Sep 02, 2016A sewing basket!Helpful Reply
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Jenney on Sep 02, 2016Picnic basket, toy basket, book basket, Memory basket. Just to name a few. there are endless ideas.Helpful Reply
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Goldrushgal on Sep 02, 2016Mine a little different, but I painted it white, added a few embellishments and use it to store small items like tea lights and small candle holders.Helpful Reply
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Janet chambers on Sep 03, 2016I have an old one that belonged to my aunt. I covered the inside of the sewing basket with leftover scrap fabric and sewed pockets on the inside, along with covering cardboard with the same fabric to make compartments. I also made a pin cushion for the inside top and added my name. For the outside, I added a coat of varnish and added a new clasp. It turned out very well.Helpful Reply
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Tdo7108159 on Sep 03, 2016Sewing basket. I have a square one made to carry two pies. I don't use it for anything else. Yours looks the same good quality. Carry other foods to potluck so....there are all kinds of uses!Helpful Reply
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Nan7402401 on Sep 03, 2016I would pile baby quilts in it!Helpful Reply
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Janet Pizaro on Sep 03, 2016I would spray paint the basket in a bold color and plant seasonal flowers .Helpful Reply
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Bernadette Staal on Sep 03, 2016Magazine holder - keeps then in one place & looks tidy when guests arrive or pop a plant in it - indoor or outdoor. Use it to collect your recycling before putting in it the outdoor bin(s)Helpful Reply
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Darlene Ernst on Sep 03, 2016If you like silk flowers: I would have a bouquet of them spilling out from under the lid and cascading down the front.Helpful Reply
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Pat Miller on Sep 03, 2016I have one that is much smaller but......I took an old quilt and cut it the same shape as the top, padded it some, added an antique looking lace around the edges, hot glued it to the top, I keep mine in a guest bath to hold extra toilet tissue. One this size could be used anywhere in the house for many things. puzzle books , simple toys for children of guest that drop by, many usesHelpful Reply
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Mary Jane Camilleri on Sep 03, 2016I have one and use it with my sewing things.Helpful Reply
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Barb on Sep 03, 2016I use a similar one on the kitchen counter for storing bread.Helpful Reply
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Renata on Sep 03, 2016Take it to a Picnic ;)Helpful Reply
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Sandi Evans on Sep 03, 2016I would mount on the wal in kitchen or bath where storage is needed . Turn basket so lid is below the basket and use small shelf mounts to hold in place now you have a place for anything that you use in those rooms handles will hold small hand towels or dish towels. This could also be used in a child room for stuffed animals or booksHelpful Reply
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Jackie T on Sep 03, 2016Helpful Reply
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Marya149 on Sep 03, 2016Put a liner of strong plastic in the bottom area--tuck under on top & glue to wicker upper edges--put 2 or 3 plants in soil & the top lid you could lean it against the wall & paint it or put fake leaf accent attached to the lid--arranged nicely....Helpful Reply
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Cindy Plummer on Sep 03, 2016Mount it on a wall beside a sink. One handle will hang down to hold a hand towel and the inside can be used to store clean towels. I did this in my laundry/mud room and it works great. You may need to add a small latch to your basket top to hold it closed. I noticed that your basket does not appear to have one.Helpful Reply
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Catherine Bridges on Sep 03, 2016Paint the basket with white chalk paint and add a wooden tag or name plate with twine or wire. Or you could stain your favorite color and the by enough coordinating fabric , batting or foam to cover the top and a pretty trim for the tops edge. Spray glue to adhere the batting or foam to top and cut loose edges. Cover with fabric down to the edge and using hot glue-glue on your trim. Fill your basket with animal toys-sewing supplies or whatever you fancy. Just a few ideasHelpful Reply
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Connie Broussard Richard on Sep 03, 2016I use my picnic basket as storage in my kitchen for my cookbooks and loose recipes. I had recipes scattered all over the place after I clipped them. Now I have a place to put them as soon as I clip them.Helpful Reply
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Rozmund on Sep 03, 2016If you have a guest room, filling it with colourful washclothes, towels, and new soap bars, even shampoo for the guest..eliminates all questions of where to, or what to use for a week ender, single or couple..they will feel totally welcome .... and will not get mixed up with homeowners stuff...this can be a project where you add to it bit by bit when you find quality on a dime...it happens...and often does not fit in with the current bathroom scheme so it is passed up....but this way, it is a win win...RozHelpful Reply
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Rozmund on Sep 03, 2016Another idea, for a his or her baby shower...paint basket to fit decor of mom to be baby room...and commence to fill it with all things small...are necessary but fiddly - saves a dresser drawer...can pick up and take with baby to another room or a short trip...people will be eyeing your ingenuity..this is only possible because this basket is unique - IT HAS A LID - the contents will change with the age of the wee one...perhaps to eventually collect favourite soft toys, wee books, dollars or trucks...RozHelpful Reply
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Marlene Wojciechowski on Sep 03, 2016What a lovely basket I would paint it white and put plants inside keeping them in pots don't forget to line the basket with plastic. Always can be used for storage. Or if all else fails sell it at a yard sale. I bet someone could use it for a fund raiser raffle filling it with some goodies.Helpful Reply
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Ann on Sep 03, 2016I used to have one beside my chair in the living room. I kept my magazines in it. Like so many of the suggestions, you can paint it or decorate it to your liking and to go with your home. I use mine now to store my watercolor and acrylic painting supplies.Helpful Reply
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Pat on Sep 03, 2016I have one similar but without the lid. At Christmas I fill it full of fake greenery, Christmas bulbs and wind pretty little lights through it. Looks so cheerful by the front door as you enter the house or at the end of a hallway.Helpful Reply
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Cou7306929 on Sep 03, 2016I have one similar, but might be a little bigger. I use it for sewing and quilting supplies.Helpful Reply
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Tlk459023 on Sep 03, 2016I painted my kids hands and their handprints are on the lid. I used it to carry things for them in my car.Helpful Reply
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Jen11156242 on Sep 03, 2016I would use it for storing yarn, magazines or for storing niknaks that you want to store out of sight when company comes over.Helpful Reply
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Mikki on Sep 03, 2016You could line it with plastic and use it as a planter for herbs. Lavender would look gorgeous, along with any trailing vine.Helpful Reply
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Eroque022810 on Sep 04, 2016Yes use it for every holiday. Can top be removed? Make it a center piece or place on porch on table to greet guests. Don't get rid of it. If nothing else place in bathroom to hold extra TP.Helpful Reply
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Cindy Hagemann on Sep 04, 2016If you have had it for years and not used it - get rid of it.Helpful Reply
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Susan on Sep 05, 2016It looks like it's in great condition. Do anything EXCEPT ruin it with plants and water. All of the storage ideas were good.Helpful Reply
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Naydene Cook on Sep 06, 2016Glue some round balls on bottom of for legs line with a pretty fabric and add pockets alone side for storage. Use for sewing basket or household tools. decorate topHelpful Reply
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Arlis on Sep 07, 2016Looks like a great sewing or craft storage basket to meme.Helpful Reply
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Kellie Altemeier Dodge on Sep 11, 2016I use mine to hide my router!Helpful Reply
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Susan Benage on Sep 12, 2016I'd use it in the guest bath to hide extra bars of soap and toilet paper.Helpful Reply
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Ms Fix-It on Sep 25, 2016You can't find great baskets like these. Choose wisely.Helpful Reply
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Janet chambers on Nov 15, 2016Turn it into a beautiful sewing basket! See one that I did and posted.Helpful Reply
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